Mastichari Bay Hotel

Our room was both attractive and comfortable. For a one-night stay we do not expect such a good location within an hotel. The gardens were lovely and the whole place was beautifully laid out and maintained. The staff were superbly professional. We enjoyed swims in the large pool, very quiet both early and late. Can't speak for the middle of the day as we were then on the beach. The dinner and breakfast buffets were generous, with a vast selection of delicious food. The wine was from the barrel and was good value. This hotel only offers half-board (and I think all-inclusive). Not what we would generally choose - but we needed to stay in Mastichari for a night. Had they offered B&B only we would give it unqualified approval.

The public areas were uninspired. The bar area was dull with loud and boring international soft-rock. The outdoor tables were either used by smokers or affected by smoke. In the restaurant the same applied - not many outside tables, and smoking was not discouraged at them. The indoor lighting was harsh. It would be relatively easy to make these public spaces more inviting, The hotel did not capitalise on the Greek climate by providing welcoming outdoor spaces.